How to Make Money

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There are several reasons you may want to learn how to make money. Maybe you are not satisfied with your current job. Maybe you are looking for a way to earn an income as a stay at home mom, or to be location independent. Or, maybe you just want to make a little extra on the side to save up for something special.

Regardless of your reason, if you are looking for a less conventional method of earning an income, there are several methods of achieving this goal.

Sell Unwanted Items

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Do you have old electronics, bikes, or kitchen appliances that you do not use? Sell them!

Sites like Ebay and Craigslist make selling unwanted items simple. Not only can you sell your own items, but you can also turn a profit by selling other people's unwanted goods.

On Saturday mornings, many people have yard sales, but by noon, they generally have plenty leftover. The last thing they want to do is carry it all back in; after all, they wanted to get rid of everything. Try stopping by around this time and if there are still valuable items, offer a low amount to take all the remaining items.

If you have an eye for valuables, consider hitting up thrift stores and antique shops regularly. They receive numerous donations daily which are generally low value items. When they happen to get a valuable item, it will likely go unnoticed and be underpriced. This is especially the case with antique items, rare collectables and name brand clothing. If you are able to spot these items, you can purchase them, then flip them for a nice profit.

Sell Handmade Items

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While you may consider making handmade items to be more of a hobby that no one would be willing to spend money on, think again.

The market for handmade crafts is booming right now. If you make things like handmade jewelry or paintings, there truly is a market for your products.

Sites like Etsy and Amazon Handmade have customers searching for handcrafted items. You can also sell at local craft shows, farmers markets and Christmas fairs. Many people earn a full time living by selling their handmade goods.

Start a Blog or Vlog

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Want to share your thoughts with the world?

Why not earn money for it?

Thanks to platforms like Wordpress and Youtube, it is fairly simple to set up your own blog or vlogging channel. Bloggers and vloggers make money in a variety of ways, including endorsement deals and advertisements.

Making money as a blogger or vlogger requires time and constant uploading, but over time can result in a steady income.

Give People Rides

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Thanks to ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft, it's fairly simple for almost anyone to earn money for giving people rides.

It works similar to a taxi service, however drivers use their own vehicle, and are considered to be independent contractors. While the company retains a considerable portion of the fare, you can still make a decent amount.

Drivers can also increase their tips by going the extra mile and providing the rider with small treats, such as candy or bottled water.

Rent out Extra Rooms in Your Home

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Do you have spare rooms in your home going unused?

Thanks to sites like AirBnB it is now quite easy to cash in on this extra space. You can simply post your space on the site and set your own price. People can rent the space on a nightly, weekly, or monthly basis.

Not only will you make some extra money, but you will get the opportunity to meet people from all around the world.

While you can of course make money by simply getting a conventional job, it is worth noting that this is just one method of making money. There are many other legitimate options for making money, and the internet is full of resources and platforms to help you do just that.